Question

practice select an answer for each item. 1. which is the best paraphrase of paragraph 24? a) will you join an alliance of north and south to fight the evils of the east and west? b) can all peoples of the world come together to fight evil, and will you help do that? c) can we all remember our history and use it to fight for good in the world? d) can we work together to isolate evildoers and fight them till we win? 2. in paragraph 25, the word “endeavor” most accurately means a) sustained effort. b) careful speech. c) showy display. d) close alliance. 3. in paragraph 25, president kennedy compares defending freedom to firefight. which answer best describes the effect of this comparison? a) it stresses the dangerous situation in which the country finds itself. b) it creates a vision of a world that is a safe haven for all. c) it warns enemies of freedom that we will not back down. d) it illustrates the prosperity awaiting those who fight for freedom.

Explanation:

Question 1

To find the best paraphrase, we analyze each option. Option A focuses on a North - South and East - West alliance, which is too specific. Option C is about remembering history, which is not related to the original paragraph's likely focus on uniting against evil. Option D is about isolating evildoers, which is not what the original (implied) paragraph is about. Option B captures the idea of all people coming together to fight evil and asking for participation, which is a general and accurate paraphrase.

The word "endeavor" means an attempt or an effort. "Sustained effort" (Option A) fits as it implies a continuous attempt. "Careful speech" (Option B) is about speaking, not effort. "Showy display" (Option C) is about showing off, not effort. "Close alliance" (Option D) is about a relationship, not effort.

When Kennedy compares defending freedom to firefight, a firefight is a dangerous situation. Option A says it stresses the dangerous situation the country is in, which makes sense. Option B is about a safe haven, which is the opposite of a firefight. Option C is about warning enemies, but the comparison is more about the situation than a warning. Option D is about prosperity, which is not related to a firefight.

Answer:

B. Can all peoples of the world come together to fight evil, and will you help do that?

Question 2